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Nine Stamford Teachers Will Travel On Learning Fellowships Nine Stamford Teachers Will Travel On Learning Fellowships
Nine Stamford Teachers Will Travel On Learning Fellowships STAMFORD, Conn. -- In partnership with Stamford Public Schools and the Dalio Foundation, Fund for Teachers named nine Stamford teachers as recipients of grants totaling more than $25,000. The grant recipients will embark on self-designed professional learning odysseys this summer.  Stamford’s FFT Fellows will be learning in five countries, spanning Costa Rica to Germany to Canada.  The Stamford’s 2016 FFT Fellows are: · Melissa Castiglia, Toquam Magnet Elementary School: Participate in Lindamood-Bell literacy training in sensory-cognitive instruction to improve special education students' …
New Rochelle Band, Orchestra, Chorus Students Taking County Stage New Rochelle Band, Orchestra, Chorus Students Taking County Stage
New Rochelle Band, Orchestra, Chorus Students Taking County Stage NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Forty-two students from New Rochelle were selected to participate in the All-County Elementary (grades 4, 5, 6) and Intermediate (grades 7, 8 9) band, chorus, and orchestra concerts.The Westchester County School Music Association chose choral students based upon recommendations by their teachers, while band and orchestra students were admitted through competitive auditions. The following are the student musicians: Band: Grade 9: Adam Weingast.  Grade 4: Cecilia Delgadillo.  Chorus: Grade 9: Cassandra Chen, Isabella Gonzalez, Sarah Mendez, Jaime Raga, Kailee Stru…
Learn The Secrets Of Home Buying At Westport Seminar Learn The Secrets Of Home Buying At Westport Seminar
Learn The Secrets Of Home Buying At Westport Seminar WESTPORT, Conn. -- Whether you're buying your first, next, or last home, there are secrets of smart buying in today's real estate market, the topics of an upcoming seminar in Westport.Bunny Mostad and Deb Alderson of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage will host the free seminar Wednesday, April 20 at Christ & Holy Trinity Church. A panel of presenters will include: Manny Gomes, Guaranteed Rate Attorney Nancy Gallagher, Sherwood & Garlick Bob Camarda, president, Cornerstone Home Inspections Danielle Brown, Double Eagle Insurance Agency Niall O’Connor, The Monster Movers  Bunny Mo…
Learn Route To Success In Brookfield Chamber Of Commerce Presentation Learn Route To Success In Brookfield Chamber Of Commerce Presentation
Learn Route To Success In Brookfield Chamber Of Commerce Presentation BROOKFIELD, Conn. — The Brookfield Chamber of Commerce will present Business Basics, “Stop Holding Yourself Back From Success” Thursday, April 28 at John’s Best Restaurant. Loretta Donovan, President, iAttain: Coaching, Consulting, Facilitation will be the presenter. You work hard to achieve success. But you’re stuck. What’s the problem? Discover the ways in which you create liabilities, invest in assumptions, and put on the brakes instead of accelerating towards fulfilling your goals and dreams. Get on the path to consistent achievement. The cost to attend is $20, includes food. To RSVP…
Retired Stamford Fire Department Captain Salvatore Salatino Dies Retired Stamford Fire Department Captain Salvatore Salatino Dies
Retired Stamford Fire Department Captain Salvatore Salatino Dies STAMFORD, Conn. -- Retired Fire Capt. Salvatore Salatino, a lifelong resident of Stamford, died April 5 at Stamford Hospital, according to an obituary on the Stamford Fire Department's website. He was 89. Salatino was born Sept. 6 1926, to Salvatore and Mary (Letizio) Salatino. He grew up in Stamford and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943 at the age of 17. He was awarded the American Theater, Victory, and European medals for his service.  Upon his discharge, Salatino returned to Stamford and later joined the Stamford Fire Department. He was dedicated to the department, retiring in 1987 at t…
Spring Into Cooking At Nyack BOCES Spring Into Cooking At Nyack BOCES
Spring Into Cooking At Nyack Boces NYACK, N.Y. -- A pair of cooking classes will inspire adult cooks to spring into action in the kitchen at  BOCES Educational Resource Center, Nyack.The following are offered:Cooking Healthy is a Priority, May 4, 6:30 to 9 a.m., $35 Tour of Italy, May 18 and 25, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.,$59 plus $15 fee Register by calling (845)348-3500, ext. 3500 BOCES Educational Resource Center is located at 131 N. Midland Ave., Nyack, N.Y. For more information and online registration, visit www.rocklandboces.org.
Celebrate Earth Day In Poughkeepsie Celebrate Earth Day In Poughkeepsie
Celebrate Earth Day In Poughkeepsie POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Join the celebration of Poughkeepsie Earth Day Saturday, April 16. A special day of activities will take place celebrating the City of Poughkeepsie as an ecosystem—its communities, diversity and biodiversity.  Inspired by the national Earth Day Celebration created in 1970, this first-time Poughkeepsie Earth Day event is an opportunity to celebrate the City, the environment, and the beautiful mid-Hudson River Valley.  A multitude of events are planned, for all ages and all types of involvement, including: A Main Street & Fall Kill Cleanup at 9:45 a.m., 517 Main St…
Handyman Ministry Brings Wheelchair, Builds Ramp For Danbury Woman Handyman Ministry Brings Wheelchair, Builds Ramp For Danbury Woman
Handyman Ministry Brings Wheelchair, Builds Ramp For Danbury Woman DANBURY, Conn. -- He's done it again. Peter Brady of Brookfield, known widely in the area as the Handy Dandy Handyman, completed a building project Saturday to help a family on Lake Kenosia in Danbury.The project involved erecting a wheelchair ramp at the house of a woman who recently became paralyzed and relies on a wheelchair. In addition to the work, Brady's organization, Handy Dandy Handyman Ministry, delivered a lightweight wheelchair and bed to make life a little easier for her.  He and volunteer Glen Higgins, a framer, completed the job by lunchtime, when Epy Lawson was able to take …
Mount Pleasant Rotary Names Westlake HS Senior Its Student Of Month Mount Pleasant Rotary Names Westlake HS Senior Its Student Of Month
Mount Pleasant Rotary Names Westlake HS Senior Its Student Of Month MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- Whether he's serving food to the homeless or entertaining senior citizens as fun, Westlake High School senior Jonathan Alania has shown himself to be a "true leader," said a Mount Pleasant Rotary Club announcement. That is why he was selected the club's March Student of the Month. The teenager was singled out for his dedication to community service who gives his time because, "It's nice to see someone smile," said Alania. That attitude, along with his steadfast service, leadership abilities and stellar grades is why the club took notice, said the…
StacyKnows: Dermaplanning Smooth Skin StacyKnows: Dermaplanning Smooth Skin
StacyKnows: Dermaplanning Smooth Skin ARMONK, N.Y. -- Stacy Geisinger writes the local lifestyle blogazine stacyknows.com. Her articles are reprinted in Daily Voice.  My skin hasn’t felt this soft in a long time. I tried Dermaplaning at Paulo’s Atelier in Bedford Hills, N.Y., Ariane de Gunzburg. I couldn’t believe how dewy my skin was. It’s was one of those instant gratification procedures. Dermaplaning is an exfoliative treatment performed using a scalpel to “shave” away the outermost layers of the skin, giving you a smoother face, and a youthful glow. It takes off superficial layers of dead cells and removes hair. Dermaplanin…
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